Project Kraken is a joint law enforcement operation tackling coastal and border crime around the UK. Devon and Cornwall boasts stunning coastlines, bustling port and harbour towns. We're lucky to have so many remarkable places to enjoy and explore – but if crime and those behind it are left unchecked, we all suffer the consequences. What do we mean by coastal crime? Warning signs - Coastal crime is any crime that has an impact on, or happens around, our coasts and borders, including smaller ports, docks and marinas.
- Crimes include theft, smuggling and criminal damage.
- For anyone around the coast
- seeing boats moored up in strange or isolated places or at strange times
- seeing boats coming together and meeting up, observing items being exchanged
- boats unloading scared or suspicious people, or unloading packages
- suspicious items washed up on the coast and beaches (do not touch or remove)
- people making attempts to signal or guide boats offshore
- people putting objects into waterways near bridges or marinas
- people loitering with no sense of purpose, or acting nervously
- people taking an interest in port security or buildings - maybe taking pictures or videos, or trying to gain access to restricted areas
Please ensure to report anything suspicious via Crimestoppers: UK Border Watch | Crimestoppers Please note that to report a crime or incident to Devon and Cornwall Police, visit our website or in an emergency, contact 999. For Incidents |
